One of the largest cities of Germany, Frankfurt is known as a the 'Financial Capital of Europe'. It is located in the center of Germany and is known to have one of the most sophisticated and organized transport system in Europe. As one of the most preferred tourist destinations in the world, Frankfurt is just the ideal place for you to spend your vacations, if you are looking for a synchronized combination of history and modern day marvels. It is one of the leading cities when it comes to the global economical infrastructure and tourist influx.
The city of Frankfurt still bears the marks of the gruesome Second World War and the Nazi regime under Adolf Hitler. You can always visit 'The Goethehaus' that takes you back to era of the late baroque period, and get an insight as to the living conditions and the practices that were followed by the locals in the particular era.
Some of the 'must visit' destinations in Frankfurt are:
- Pauluskirche (Paulus church): One of the most renowned historical structures of Frankfurt, Pauluskirche is a historical monument that was created between 1787 and 1833 and also, the first German assembly meeting took place at this venue in the year 1848.
- Frankfurt Zoo: One of the biggest and the most popular zoos in the world, the Frankfurt Zoo accommodates about 6,000 animals of 650 different species and is an entirely outdoor wildlife installation.
- Roemerberg (Roman mountain): The Roemerberg is one of the most visited site in Frankfurt. The 'Frankfurter Roemer’ or Frankfurter Romans, the great city hall is also located at the Roemerberg. During the second world war, the Roemerberg was destroyed and had to be reconstructed after the war.
- Senckenberg Museum: The Senckenberg Museum is one of the largest and most revered scientific museums in Germany. The Senckenberg Museum consists of more than 500,000 exhibits that provide a great wealth of knowledge towards the evolution of life, spanning to millions of years.
Now after visiting these historic and breathtaking destinations, I'm sure you would love to treat yourself with some German and International delicacies. So here are some of the places where you eat, relax and just have a good time.
- Strandperle: If you are looking for some relaxation and the 'feel good factor', then Strandperle is just the place for you. Considered to be one the most famous cocktail bars in Frankfurt, the Strandperle is particularly famous for its special, 'Caipirinha'.
- Mampf: If you like soothing music along with your meals, then Mampf is where you should head to. This restaurant is known to be one of the oldest Jazz restaurants in Germany. Along with Jazz, different other music styles, such as Blues, Swing, Latin and Flamenco are also played.
- Lorsbacher Tal: One of the most famous restaurants in Frankfurt, the Lorsbacher Tal is an apple wine restaurant, that offers a very soothing ambiance, along with mouthwatering German delicacies.
- Villa Merton (Mansion Merton): If you are looking to dine at an expensive restaurant, while you are in Frankfurt, then you can always go to Villa Merton. This restaurant serves the best of German and International dishes. The staff converses in English and is extremely helpful, and resourceful as well.
- Pilar: If you are tired of the same cuisines and are looking for a change, then Pilar is the best place to visit. It is a restaurant cum bar that serves International cuisines and is famous for its Mediterranean dishes. The restaurant provides an elegant ambiance with bar, leather seats and wooden tables.
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